Question 802 of 430 · Florida Permit Test
At 50 MPH, how many feet does the average driver travel during reaction time before even touching the brake?
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Correct answer to question 802
- B: About 55 feet.
Explanation
Reaction distance is how far you travel after seeing the hazard until you hit the brakes. At 50 MPH this accounts for 55 feet.
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